ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder) is a neurobiological condition which affects roughly 9% of children.
Students with ADHD can present a formidable challenge to even the most experienced of teachers, and knowing how to effectively support them can be quite difficult. First of all, it’s important to understand the nature of ADHD, and how it manifests in the child’s behavior.
Students with ADHD can be understandably quite frustrating for their teachers, but remember: it is a biological condition. The student did not choose it. Knowing this should provide some degree of patience and understanding, which are critical for the intervention process.
ADHD causes students to struggle with attentiveness, focus, and organization. These students are often highly impulsive, hyperactive, and distractible. They may struggle to complete tasks, and often lose or misplace items. This restless inattentiveness often leads to frustration and unsuitable behavior in the classroom, which can be a serious problem for teachers as well as other students.